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Jersey Mike’s Subs Opens 3,000th Location

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Manasquan, N.J. — Jersey Mike’s Subs held a 12-store opening celebration to mark the company’s 3,000th location on Dec. 18. In 2024 alone, Jersey Mike’s will have opened a record-breaking 322 locations. “Congratulations to all our owners and teams for all they have accomplished with their commitment and hard work,” says Peter Cancro, founder and CEO, Jersey Mike’s Franchise Systems, Inc. “Reaching 3,000 stores is a celebration of all who have helped build Jersey Mike’s into a brand that resonates on a national level due to our powerful giving culture.” …

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Sweetening the Deal

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— Interview with Flynn Dekker — With a fresh new development team in place, Shipley Do-Nuts leans into growing digital sales and new product innovation as it enters new states and markets. Shipley Do-Nuts has been a sweet, savory mainstay for many generations, first opening in 1936 and now operating more than 360 units in 12 states — and growing. This year, the Houston-based brand added significant new members to its executive team, as well as more than 100 units to its development pipeline. To support this dynamic growth, Shipley …

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AutoZone Promotes 2 Vice Presidents of Merchandising

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Memphis, Tenn. — AutoZone, Inc. has promoted two vice presidents to senior vice president positions. Bailey Childress, vice president, merchandising, has been promoted to senior vice president, omnichannel and merchandising support, and Luke Rauch, vice president, merchandising, has been promoted to senior vice president, merchandising and global sourcing. Childress and Rauch will join the company’s executive committee and report to Bill Hackney, executive vice president, merchandising, marketing and supply chain. “We are very pleased to announce today’s promotions. Bailey is a proven leader who has delivered outstanding results throughout his …

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Savvy Sliders Acquires All 85 BurgerFi Locations

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Detroit — Savvy Sliders, America’s fastest growing slider brand, has acquired Florida-based BurgerFi, a chef-driven, fast-casual chain. Each of BurgerFi’s 85 restaurants, located in 15 states and counting, will continue to operate as BurgerFi. With this acquisition, BurgerFi will be a sister brand to Savvy Sliders, Happy’s Pizza and Fat Boy’s Pizza, bringing the company’s combined portfolio to 206 stores. “BurgerFi shares our commitment to using the highest-quality, freshest ingredients in each menu item while prioritizing the customer’s dining experience,” says Happy Asker, CEO/founder of Savvy Sliders. “We are pleased …

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ChowNow Names New Chief Executive Officer

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Los Angeles — ChowNow, a leader in online ordering and delivery for local restaurants, has appointed Kanika Soni as its new chief executive officer. Soni brings over 20 years of experience in the consumer tech sector with a proven track record of driving growth and innovation. As the new CEO, Soni will be responsible for developing and executing strategic initiatives to accelerate growth for ChowNow in this rapidly-changing market for online restaurant delivery platforms while ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction for restaurants and diners alike. Most recently, Soni served as chief …

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Vestar to Manage Vista Commons Near Las Vegas

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Las Vegas — Vestar, a Phoenix-based privately held shopping center owner and manager, will provide comprehensive management services for Vista Commons, a 100,000-square-foot grocery-anchored shopping center located in the West Summerlin area of Las Vegas. Vestar, which will offer property management as well as construction management, will manage Vista Commons on behalf of an institutional client, for whom it manages nearly 3.5 million square feet. Vista Commons is 100% occupied with a diverse mix of tenants including Albertsons, Wells Fargo, State Farm, Subway, Bank of America and Dunkin Donuts. The …

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PJ’s Coffee to Expand in Atlanta Area with 12 New Stores

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Atlanta — With a commitment to bringing the authentic taste of New Orleans to coffee enthusiasts nationwide, PJ’s Coffee is paving the way in the Atlanta metropolitan area with 12 locations in development to open in the next 7 years. “Our expansion into Atlanta represents a game-changing opportunity to share PJ’s unique flavors with a vibrant community that values Southern hospitality and exceptional coffee,” says Lory Schwartz, franchise development manager of PJ’s Coffee. “The city’s dynamic economy, strong coffee culture and affinity for innovation make it the perfect place for …

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Toys”R”Us, Babies”R”Us to Make Latin America/Caribbean Debut with Flagship Stores in Panama

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New York City — WHP Global, the parent company of Toys”R”Us, has partnered with Cotton Candy International to bring the Toys”R”Us and Babies”R”Us brands to Latin America and the Caribbean for the first time. Under the agreement, Cotton Candy International will open the first Toys”R”Us and Babies”R”Us flagship stores in Panama in 2025, with plans for additional standalone Toys”R”Us and Babies”R”Us stores to follow across the region. The expansion into Latin America and the Caribbean marks a significant milestone in the Toys”R”Us global growth strategy, following recent successful launches in …

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Duffy’s Sports Grill Promotes President to CEO

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Lake Worth, Fla. — The Florida-based, family-owned restaurant group, Duffy’s Sports Grill, has promoted Joe Webb to chief executive officer. Having served as president for the past 5 years, Webb has played a pivotal role in the brand’s continued success and commitment to excellence. “We are extremely proud of our legacy and being part of the fabric of our Florida communities,” says Geri Emmett, part of the company’s ownership group. “With Joe at the helm, we are confident that Duffy’s Sports Grill will continue to be a leader in food, …

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Ahold Delhaize USA Promotes EVP, Retail Operations, to President of Food Lion

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Salisbury, N.C. — Ahold Delhaize USA has announced that Food Lion executive Greg Finchum, currently executive vice president, retail operations, will assume the role of president, in May 2025. The appointment comes after Meg Ham, president, Food Lion, announced that she will retire in May 2025. Finchum joined Food Lion in 1989 and has been in his current role for more than a decade. “We are excited to have Greg, a talented retail operator at heart, step into this role,” says JJ Fleeman, CEO, Ahold Delhaize USA. “Greg has held …

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